Lents, Portland, OR

Lents Neighborhood Guide Portland, OR

About

Lents is a diverse, up-and-coming neighborhood located in Southeast Portland, Oregon. Known for its burgeoning local food and drink scene, the area is home to notable spots like Zenger Farm and Rossi Farms. It's crisscrossed by several main roads including Southeast 82nd Avenue and has easy access to the I-205. Plus, with the MAX light rail running right through Lents, access to downtown Portland is easy and quick.

What You Will Love About Lents, Portland, Oregon

  • The strong sense of local pride and community makes it a welcoming place to live.
  • The neighborhood's flourishing food scene, with diverse local eateries and breweries, is a major draw.
  • Convenient public transportation options offer easy access to the wider Portland area.

What’s Nearby

Lents is in proximity to popular attractions such as the Mt. Scott Park, an urban recreation area featuring a community center, pool, and lots of green space. The neighborhood is also next to Powell Butte, an extinct volcanic cone, now a nature park, providing ample hiking and outdoor opportunities.

The Rental Market

Rents in Lents can run the gamut, averaging around $1,395 per month for a 1-bedroom apartment. The cheaper options can go as low as $1,195, but prices can also climb up to $1,495, depending on specific location and amenities. These prices indicate a somewhat competitive market, reflective of the neighborhood’s growing popularity.

Rental Price Stability

Rental prices in Lents have shown a relatively stable range, with a standard deviation of $90.03. The minimal fluctuation in prices, despite the area's increasing popularity, reflect a steady rental market.

Lifestyle

Lents offers a unique mix of urban and suburban living. It combines the convenience of city amenities, like public transportation and diverse dining options, with the charm of suburban tranquility, thanks to its numerous farms and parks. And with a strong sense of community and local pride, residents can feel truly at home in this neighborhood.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 402 restaurants, 61 grocery stores, and 25 parks within a mile of the Lents neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Mt Scott Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    0.2 miles

    10135 SE Foster Rd

  • GROCERY
    92Nd Chevron Food Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.3 miles

    9138 SE Foster Rd

  • GROCERY
    Lents International Farmers Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store

    0.3 miles

    4808 SE 92nd Ave

  • GROCERY
    Lents Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.3 miles

    9647 SE Harold St

  • SHOPPING
    Baker

    Business and Professional Services, Engineer, Home Improvement Service, General Contractor, Metals Supplier, Dining and Drinking, Bakery, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store

    0.3 miles

    6400 SE 101st Ave

  • GROCERY
    Woodstock Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.5 miles

    8601 SE Woodstock Blvd

Lents Apartments and Rentals

121 Rental properties in Lents, Portland, OR.

  • Altamont Summit property

    $1,744+

    Altamont Summit

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    750–1650 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Johnson Creek Village Apartments. property

    $1,295

    Johnson Creek Village Apartments.

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    750 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 7447-7449*K117-K118 property

    $1,995

    7447-7449*K117-K118

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    800 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 2969 Se 92Nd Ave property

    $2,100

    2969 Se 92Nd Ave

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1301 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 12239 Se Bush St 90 property

    $1,450

    12239 Se Bush St 90

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    900 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 12239 Se Bush St 80 property

    $1,390

    12239 Se Bush St 80

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    900 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
7.4%
48.7%
utilities
1.8%
8.9%
food
1.6%
10.3%
transportation
4.8%
29.9%
healthcare
2.5%
12.2%

Lents Demographics

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Lents Reviews

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  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Near Highways

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 3 of 5 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 3 of 5 renters

Lents Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

76/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

86/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

54/100
5 train stops, 2 other stops

Lents Town Center/Southeast Foster Road Max Station

Train Stop

9451 SE Foster Rd

Rv Transport Service

Other

6400 SE 101st Ave

Southeast Powell Boulevard MAX Station

Other

3618 SE 92nd Ave

Source: foursquare.com

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